HealthCare UnTold

Listen in as Gerardo and Barbara review some of our most exciting podcasts of 2023. HealthCare UnTold is dedicated to telling the UnTold stories of community advocates, scientists, and leaders who are helping our communities to be stronger and healthier.We want to thank our listening audience and especially our guests who have shared their incredible stories with us at HealthCare UnTold.If you want to be a guest on podcast email us at: [email protected]

Today's podcast highlights new research on the impact of bilingualism on cognitive processes by Grace deMeurisse and Edith Kaan from the University of Florida. Over half of the world speaks multiple languages, including the majority of first-generation immigrants to the United States. This exciting new research highlights the continuum of mental capacities expressed in bilingualism and how factors like age and proficiency levels further impact cognitive processes. Although politically our country has never embraced and promoted bilingualism, this timely research provides us with new insights on the positive impacts of bilingualism on cognition including improved attentional control and sophisticated information filtering. Given the influx of immigrant children into our school systems, HealthCare Untold applauds researchers Grace deMeurisse and Edith Kaan for their important contributions to understanding the intellectual value of being able to speak more than one language.

In today's podcast, Gerardo and Barbara discuss two inspiring stories that highlight the positive impact of masking and the incredible contributions of the Latino community to the US Gross Domestic Product.The first story delves into the effectiveness of masking as a preventive measure against the spread of infectious diseases, as revealed by a study conducted by Yale University's Public Health School. This research sheds light on the significance of wearing masks and the scientific evidence supporting the use of masks as a crucial tool in safeguarding our health.The second story focuses on the remarkable contributions of the Latino community to the US Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Through entrepreneurship, labor force participation, and cultural richness, Latinos have played a pivotal role in driving economic growth in the United States. Gerardo and Barbara explore the specific sectors where Latinos have made significant strides, such as small business ownership, innovation, and job creation. This story not only highlights the invaluable economic impact of our community but also serves as a celebration of diversity and inclusivity in the US. #latinogdp.us#public health#[email protected]

Dr. Betsy Guerra is a bilingual psychotherapist, international speaker, and author of Hurt 2 Hope: Heal the pain of loss, grief, and adversity. She is also the Founder and CEO of of Better with Betsy, a group practice with innovative programs and services aimed to elevate our communities by helping it become better. It is the only platform dedicated to elevating humanity by training service leaders and supporting individuals through a powerful psycho-spiritual approach.You can access a free video series with Betsy at: faithbasedcoachingacacademy.com. You can access her website at, betterwithbetsy.com.HealthCare Untold is proud to have Dr. Betsy Guerra as a guest and we honor her faith-based work for the healing our community and providers.#faithbasehealing#psycho-spiritualhealing#lifecoachin#betterwithbetsy#mentalhealth

Our Podcast today is with Bill Bunting the COO of Avendelle Assisted Living. Assisted living or assisted living facility (ALF) is a housing facility for people with disabilities or adults who cannot or who choose not to live independently. The support staff at these housing sites provide services and bring services directly to the seniors.By 2040, over a million new assisted living beds will be needed to meet the growing senior population in the United States. Avendelle Assisted Living is a franchise business model, this type of business models could play an important role to meet the growing demand for assisted living beds. With an aging population and increasing requirements for specialized care, the need for innovative solutions has never been greater. Bunting sheds light on how franchise models, provide the required oversite for licensing and services and have the potential to scale the availability of assisted living beds to meet the future needs of our Senior populations. #assisted living#senior care#avendelle assisted living#[email protected]#franchises

The Esparza family, led by Ofelia Esparza, has continued to bring Dia De Los Muertos Altars and activities to the community during the Covid19 restrictions by going virtual in association with Self Help Graphic in Los Angeles, California.Ofelia Esparza shares her rich history of Altar making and her mother's influence on her artistic development.Honoring our Ancestors is so important to our wellbeing and health, remembering how their lives contributed to our family histories.The Esparza Family also provides health and wellness activities through their Tonalli Studio to the greater communities and women who are incarcerated.

Our podcast today is with Dane Wanniarchige a Physician Resident from Bangor Maine, who has allowed us to share his audio documentary on serving the homeless in Bangor Maine. In his documentary he interviews clients and providers who share their experiences with health care systems. Dane recognizes that the Social Determinants of Health have a greater impact on health outcomes, and he advocates for our health systems to improve their care models to better serve our most vulnerable populations. On behalf of HealthCare UnTold we thank Dane for his excellent documentary and honor his work to improve health care for all.

Our podcast today is with Gary Toranzos a microbiologist from the University of Puerto Rico. Gary’s Paleobiology research has uncovered how ancient human poop, known as coprolites, can reveal intriguing insights about ancient diets, migration and trade among ancient people of the Caribbean, South America and Mesoamerica.Gary and his research colleagues from Puerto Rico, Minnesota, and California discovered something unexpected when examining a 1500-year-old coprolite sample from Vieques, Puerto Rico. The samples contained remnants of monkey meat, tomato, cotton and tobacco. These discoveries raised questions about the trade and dietary habits of the Huecoid and Saladoid cultures, who inhabited Puerto Rico before Columbus's arrival. Through the analysis of the microbiology of caprolites researchers aim to reconstruct the migration and diets of these ancient cultures. Listen in to HealthCare UnTold as we explore with Gary about the wealth of knowledge that can be gleaned from ancient coprolites and how this knowledge provides a scientific history of our ancestors' lives on a whole new level.

Our guest Dr. Alberto Rodriguez-Navarro is the President and CEO of Levita Magnetics. Dr. Navarro has dedicated his career to improving and advancing surgical practice and patient outcomes. Dr. Navarro's company, Levita Magnetics, has developed a new technology of using magnets to expand the surgical field for surgeries. This new technology reduces the number of incisions and scars, as well as pain and recovery time. Dr. Navarro's company is creating a new and improved surgical system that will be beneficial to patients and ensure that surgeons can meet the growing demands for surgeries. HealthCare UnTold recognizes Dr. Alberto Rodriguez-Navarro for his ingenious surgical innovation using magnets to improve health care.

Dr. Gilberto Lopez is an Assistant Professor in the School of Transborder Studies at Arizona State University. Gilberto has committed his research to identifying the social determinants and political frameworks needed to understand the health and wellbeing of (im)migrant, rural, and racialized minority populations.When Covid-19 hit, Gilberto wanted to respond to the differences in information that he was receiving as a public health researcher and the dangerous and life-threatening misinformation that was on social media and news outlets about the virus and vaccines. Gilberto organized a collaboration with artists, public health leaders, and social scientists to develop open-source resources and materials targeting Latinx and Latino communities. Gilberto reached out to local artists and Lalo Alcarez, the Pulitzer-winning cartoonist known for his political cartoon strip "La Cucaracha" and his collaboration on the movie "CoCo", to help develop educational cartoons and videos. These videos and materials are culturally tailored to the diverse Latinx and Latino communities, including Mayan communities, and can be found on https://covidlatino.org. HealthCare UnTold applauds Dr. Gilberto Lopez for applying his research skills and ingenuity to promote the health and wellness of the Latinx and Latino communities.#GilbertoLopez#covidlatino.org#laloalcarez#beatcovid-19#gentecare#healthcareuntold#transborderstudies#arizonastateuniversity

Our guest today is Dr. Lloyd D. Barba he is an Assistant Professor of Religion at Amherst College. Dr. Barba is also the author of a new book: Sowing the Sacred: Mexican Pentecostal Farmworkers in California, 1916-1966. His book contains the oral interviews, research and materials from archival collections to tell the stories of sacred-space making by Pentacostal Farmworkers. Dr. Barba captures the untold stories of these workers who mapped out churches, performed outdoor baptisms and provided mutual support to all of their members during one of the one of the most exploitive historical times for Mexicans in the United States. Dr. Barba is one of our Chicano historians providing scholarship and documentation of our untold histories of resilience and fortitude. Let's support our authors! Buy his book, Read his book. You can obtain a 30% discount by using the code: Asflyg6

Our guest on HealthCare UnTold is Dr. Ashton Perroni the Medical Director of Thyme Health. As a Naturopathic doctor, Dr. Perroni emphasizes the treatment of the whole-body including mind, body and spirit. Natrupathic medicine focuses on the root causes of illness rather than just stopping the symptoms. Thyme Health provides many health therapies including herbs, acupuncture, hormonal replacement, therapy and prevention.Dr. Perroni is a passionate advocate for integrative medicine, working tirelessly to bridge the gap between conventional healthcare and complementary therapies, HealthCare UnTold honors Dr. Perroni and Thyme Health for their commitment to health and wellbeing for their patients and community.

Today's episode on HealthCare UnTold is with one of the co-founders of Carta Healthcare, James Matheson.Carta Healthcare was created from the firsthand experience of another cofounder of Carta Healthcare, Matt Hollingsworth. Matt spent days at the hospital with his mother's and experienced the challenges of getting adequate and timely health information from the hospital. With this in mind Matt and James created Carta Healthcare to assist hospital systems with AI-enabled solutions to improve quality and operational initiatives across the healthcare ecosystems.Carta Healthcare is an example of new AI solutions for healthcare information management with the goal of improving the patients experience and improving the quality of healthcare.#cartahealthcare#AIsolutions#QI#patientexperiences#[email protected]

The Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium (TBDC) is a group of activists who seek justice for the victims of the Trinity Test, the first atomic bomb detonation on July 16, 1945. The test exposed thousands of people living in nearby communities, largely Latino communities to harmful radiation, causing cancers and other diseases. The TBDC was founded in 2005 by Tina Cordova and Fred Tyler, along with other residents of Tularosa, to collect data and raise awareness about the health effects of the test.The Trinity Test was part of a series of 200 atmospheric nuclear tests conducted by the United States between 1945 and 1962. These tests also affected thousands of uranium miners, mostly Native Americans, who provided the raw material for the bombs. The miners and the downwinders were not warned of the dangers of radiation exposure and were not compensated for their suffering.After decades of lawsuits and advocacy, Congress finally passed a bill in 2023 to amend the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA), which provides compensation to individuals harmed by nuclear testing and uranium mining. The bill, which was signed into law by President Biden on August 8, 2023, expands the eligibility criteria to include the downwinders of New Mexico and the post-1971 uranium miners/workers. The bill also covers more states and territories affected by nuclear testing, such as Montana, Idaho, Colorado, Guam, Nevada, Arizona and Utah.The passage of the RECA amendments was a historic victory for the TBDC and the Native American communities who fought for their rights and recognition. HealthCare UnTold honors these groups and asks you to donate to: The Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium.The Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium (TBDC).Please send checks directly to:TBDC c/o Tina Cordova7518 2nd St. NW​Albuquerque, New Mexico 87107​Sources: July 29,2023/The Washington Post 'No 'Oppenheimer' fanfare for those caught in first atomic bomb's falloutby Karen Brullard and Samuel Gilberttrinitydownwinders.comYouTube: Tina Cordova ExcerptsOppenheimer

Our guest today is Alberto B. Mendoza, the Managing Director for the John S. Knight (JSK) Fellowship. This fellowship provides seasoned journalists the opportunity to reenergize and learn new skills with other peer journalists. Alberto joined JSK from the National Association of Hispanic Journalists where he was the Executive Director for five years. In this role Alberto revitalized this association by providing and strengthening the administrative and membership structures.Alberto is a natural storyteller and is the Founder of Honor 41.org an organization that for the last ten years has been telling the untold stories of Latino LGBTQ communities. HealthCare UnTold honors Alberto B. Mendoza for his courage and outstanding contributions to freedom of the press and his commitment to social justice.#Honor41.0rg#John S. Knight Fellowship#LGBTQ#freedomofpress#hispanicjournalists#[email protected]

In this episode, our guests include Nina Bouzamondo, Founder and CEO of Pre-Health Shadowing and a book debut with Ramsha Essa and Mirza Baig who are co-authoring a book with Pre-Health Shadowing called: Heroes Behind the MaskPre-Health Shadowing is an education innovation with a visionary leader, Nina Bouzamondo-Bernstein, the Founder and CEO of Pre-Health Shadowing. Nina recognized the pressing need for a solution as COVID-19 caused the cancellation of countless in-person shadowing and clinical opportunities. These experiences are pivotal for pre-health students, providing them with the essential academic and professional development required for successful health program applications. In response, she founded Pre-Health Shadowing, an innovative platform that caters to students pursuing careers in medicine, nursing, pharmacy, research, physical therapy, and beyond.Pre-Health Shadowing is also supporting and sponsoring a new book by Co-Authors, Ramsha Essa and Mirza Baig called: Heroes Behind the Mask. This historical book is documenting the stories of our medical providers who put their lives on the line to respond to the Covid-19 Pandemic.Listen in to these young creative health leaders!#pre-health shadowing#healthcareers#Heroes Behind the Mask#healtheducation#studentempowerment#[email protected]

Lindsey Quam was born and raised as a member of the Zuni Pueblo and is currently married and resides on Santa Clara Pueblo in Northen New Mexico. He has been in multiple roles in forestry management including as a forester at Los Alamos National Laboratory, as a state government forester and as the Assistant State Fire Management for the State of New Mexico. Today he is the Deputy Director of forests and the tribal liason for the New Mexico Forestry Division. Listen in as he shares his inspiring career and his care and love for the forests of New Mexico.#forestry management#newmexicoforestrydivision#firemanagement#careers in forestry [email protected]

In this podcast episode, we share the inspiring journey of Connie Hernandez, a true San Diego native hailing from the vibrant Latino community of Logan Heights. Connie's remarkable story unfolds against the backdrop of her upbringing, deeply influenced by her parents' unwavering commitment to social justice activism and community service.From her early teenage years, Connie emerged as a dedicated advocate, channeling her passion into fostering positive change within her community. Her efforts culminated in the establishment and nurturing of multiple grassroots organizations in the heart of Logan Heights.Throughout her career, Connie contributes her successes to her marriage and their dedication to their children. Connie’s has made indelible mark on San Diego County. She has played pivotal roles, including being a founding board member of Ronald McDonald House Charities, assuming the role of VP of Community Relations at Chavez & Associates, and further serving as VP of Marketing & Public Relations at MAAC Project. Her impact also extended to being an Administrator for the Make-A-Wish Foundation and serving as a Partnership Specialist for Census 2010, with a focus on engaging and aiding Spanish-speaking hard-to-count communities.Connie's academic journey led her to the University of San Diego, College for Women, where she laid the foundation for her future endeavors. Along the way, she has received multiple awards, including the Partners for Prevention Community Service Award, the Hispanic Publishers Superior Achievement Award for Latinas in the Media, and the esteemed Democratic Central Committee Community Service Award.Beyond her professional achievements, Connie finds solace in the embrace of her family, actively volunteering for children's and social justice organizations, and embarking on enriching travel experiences. Join us in this podcast episode as we share Connie Hernandez's life, a life dedicated to empowering communities and making the world a better place.

Our guest today is Charles Gellman, the CEO of HiDO Health, and his company's unwavering commitment to using AI-assisted robotics to promote health equity and health access. Charles has dedicated his career to transforming the healthcare landscape and ensuring that quality medical services are accessible to every individual, regardless of their socio-economic status or geographical location. HiDO Health's groundbreaking AI robotics is showcased in our episode with the development of AI-powered medication dispensing units for patients to have at home. These dispensing units are equipped with cutting-edge diagnostic tools to ensure that patients have their medications dispensed at the right time with immediate updates to health providers to ensure medication compliance or needed changes.Charles provides a compelling vision of how AI-assisted robotics can support homecare providers by reducing their focus on medication management and allow them to focus on the other important needs of patients, ultimately benefiting both patients and healthcare professionals. Under Charles leadership HiDO Health is dedicated to health equity by harnessing the potential of AI-assisted robotics and transforming and improving our home health services. He reaffirms HiDO Health's dedication to innovating, collaborating with healthcare stakeholders, and continuously improving their technology to make healthcare accessible to all.AI-assisted robotics for health care can be harnessed for the greater good, making a significant impact on global health equity for a more inclusive and healthier world,#AI#HealthEquity#robotics#hidohealth#[email protected]

Forest Restoration is Cultural Restoration:With less than 3% remaining, Hawaiian dry forests are the most threatened ecosystems in the state of Hawaii and worldwide. The Auwahi forest, often regarded as one of the most intact and diverse dry forest areas in the state is one of best example of what our people can do for forest and cultural restoration. Since 1997, the mission of the Auwahii Project has been to restore and preserve tracts of native forests through volunteerism and donations. The Auwahi Project is led by Dr. Art Medeiros, who for over 26 years with thousands of volunteers and the generosity of of the Ulupalakua ranch have literally saved these forests and are now seeing new seedlings that have not been seen in over 100 years.Let's help restore and preserve our dry land forest on Maui by contributing to their organization at: Auwahii.org. HealthCare UnTold honors Dr. Medeiros, Ulupalaku Ranch and the volunteers of the Auwahii Project!

In this podcast episode, we dive into the remarkable career and accomplishments of Dr. Jan K. Carney, MPH Program Director, Associate Dean for Public Health and Health Policy, and Professor of Medicine at the Larner College of Medicine, University of Vermont.Notably, Dr. Carney served as Vermont's Commissioner of Health under three gubernatorial administrations, leaving a lasting impact on the state's public health landscape. Throughout her tenure, she focused on various critical issues, such as enhancing children's health insurance, curbing teen smoking, and improving cancer screening. Her dedication and achievements led to recognition as a Local Legend by the National Institutes of Health's National Library of Medicine and the American Medical Women's Association in 2003.Dr. Carney's contributions to public health extend beyond her work as a commissioner. She actively engages in public health practice, research, education, and service. Her extensive knowledge and experience have led to her appointment as a Master of the American College of Physicians (MACP) and a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP). Additionally, she has authored numerous scientific papers and three notable books: "Public Health in Action: Practicing in the Real World," "Controversies in Public Health and Health Policy," and "A History of Public Health: From Past to Present," released in February 2022.Listen in to Dr. Jan K. Carney's wealth of experience and explore the transformative work she has done and continues to do in the field of public health.#Larner College of Medicine#Dr. Jan Carney#Public Health#Vermont Health#Prevention and Preparedness#[email protected]

Welcome to today's episode on HealthCare UnTold! We are honored to have Martha Nino, a remarkable technology leader, as our guest. Martha has recently published a captivating book titled "From the Other Side" From a Shack to Silicon Valley, in which she recounts her extraordinary journey from a poverty-stricken village in Mexico to the heart of innovation, Silicon Valley.Martha's story serves as a powerful testament to the aspirations and challenges faced by countless migrant families in their pursuit of a better life in the United States. Through her inspiring narrative, Martha shares the truths and realities that resonate with the experiences of many seeking opportunities in a new land.Martha has emerged as an influential figure in the field of technology, serving as a mentor and role model to aspiring professionals. Her contributions have paved the way for others, and she continues to inspire and empower individuals in their pursuit of success.Tune in as Martha graciously shares her personal struggles and triumphs, offering invaluable insights into her path to achievement. Prepare to be captivated by her resilience and determination as we delve into her incredible story of overcoming adversity and finding successes in the face of daunting obstacles.#marthanino#"The Other Side" From a Shack to Silicon Valley#migrantfamilies#latinofamilies#technologydiversity#[email protected]

In our episode today we are joined by Jeannie Economos, a dedicated advocate from the Farmworker Association of Florida (FWAF). Jeannie enlightens us about the remarkable work carried out by the FWAF and sheds light on their response to the concerning Florida Legislation Senate Bill 17-18.The FWAF, founded in 1983, stands as a robust statewide organization that champions the rights of farmworkers. Committed to fostering social and environmental justice, the FWAF boasts a substantial membership of over 10,000 individuals from diverse backgrounds, including Haitian, Hispanic, and African American communities. With five offices strategically located across Florida, they work tirelessly at the grassroots level to uplift the lives of farmworkers.During our conversation, Jeannie discusses the distressing implications of Senate Bill 17-18, which mandates farmers and hospitals in Florida to report suspected undocumented individuals within their communities. This contentious legislation has engendered fear and eroded trust among immigrants, particularly those who rely on crucial services provided by vital institutions.Through their steadfast advocacy efforts, the FWAF stands resolute in opposing Senate Bill 17-18. Jeannie sheds light on the actions and initiatives undertaken by the organization to combat this legislation and safeguard the rights and well-being of farmworkers. Their unwavering commitment to social justice exemplifies the vital role they play in Florida's community.Listen in as Jeannie Economos offers insights into the work of the Farmworker Association of Florida and their fight against the detrimental effects of Senate Bill 17-18. #FWAF#humanrights#farmworkerjustice#[email protected]

In today's podcast episode, we interview Shauna Goodman the Executive Director of the National Sobering Collaborative. Sobering Centers are a safe haven for publicly intoxicated individuals, helping them navigate through the process of sobriety and reintegrate into society. These centers serve as the front door to a path of healing, addressing immediate needs while fostering collaboration with community partners like police, ambulances and emergency rooms for comprehensive support. The National Sobering Collaborative (NSC), is dedicated to providing essential support to over 70 sobering centers across the nation. The NSC facilitates a national dialogue among providers and stakeholders, fostering an environment of collaboration and knowledge sharing. Through their annual summit, monthly network calls, and membership resources, the NSC connects hundreds of parties invested in sobering care, resulting in enhanced best practices, policy development, and programmatic improvements.https://nationalsobering.org#recovery#soberingcenters#[email protected]#substanceusemanagment

Our podcast for today presents the thrilling story of Hot Foot Teddy, popularly known as Smokey the Bear, who contributed immensely to our forest management practices. This marks the beginning of an enlightening mini-series on the invaluable contributions of Native Americans, Mestizo/Spanish/Latino firefighters, hot shots, and search and rescue teams to the forestry sector.In 1950, a massive fire broke out, and the Snowball Firefighter Crew from the Taos Pueblo in Northern New Mexico swiftly responded. During their heroic efforts to extinguish the fire, Adolf Samora, the crew leader, stumbled upon a little bear that was stranded in a tree. To their shock and dismay, they noticed that the bear's paws were severely burnt due to the raging fire. They immediately named the bear "Hot Foot Teddy" in honor of this harrowing ordeal and save. Join us as we unravel the intriguing and Untold Story of the remarkable contributions made by our brave firefighters and traditional forest management practitioners. Let us pay tribute to generations of our communities who have put their lives on the line to safeguard our forests and help us appreciate the importance of conservation and sustainable forestry practices.

Dr. Jay K Joshi, physician, author, and entrepreneur, has released his debut book titled "Burden of Pain." The book presents a unique perspective on the opioid epidemic, which is the most pressing health issue of our time. Dr. Joshi incorporates harm reduction practices in his care and lost his medical license from the DEA due to their interpretation of his practice. He fought back and changed the trajectory of medicine for those with substance use disorder. Listen to his heroic story of bravery and fighting for the rights of his patients. #Burden of Pain#harmreduction#healthequity#[email protected]

Rohan Pardasani, is the Cofounder and CEO of Avaana. The Avaana health platform allows for Australian communities to connect with multiple health providers, quickly and efficiently. Avaana has helped health providers with access to new clients and community members can access a wholistic comprehensive health system of approved health providers. Avaana is more than software and not another stale directory, Avaana is a mission-driven community aimed at helping Australians achieve healthy lifestyles by making them more conscious of the experts, resources, and places available for support on their self-care journey. HealthCare UnTold salutes Avaana for its creativity and support to improve health care for Australian communities.#Avaana.com,au#wholistic health#healthaccess#[email protected]

Managing our disconnects created by the pandemic; not visiting our families and hugging our loved ones has been very trying for our families. These recommended behaviors are the opposite of what we do in times of emergencies and that creates confusion, anger and maybe disregard for public health measures. Dr. Pacheco encourages us to release our grief and sadness, and to connect to our belief systems to help us get through this transition as new medications and vaccines become available to provide more protections from Covid-19. Maintaining our practices of wearing masks and social distancing will continue to help us in the coming year.

HealthCare UnTold is proud to share with our listening audience the powerful and moving story from JD Medina. JD Medina is the Director of WingsWORKS for Wings For LIFE International. As a native son of New Mexico, JD is proud of the rich culture of his state and his people. Struggles with alcohol and addiction lead him down a path that ended up in incarceration. Now as a returning citizen he is striving to improve his community and the people in it. Upon being released from incarceration JD became a Certified Peer Support Worker and is starting a new job training/peer support program at Wings For LIFE International (WFL). JD Medina, is the force behind the growing Wings WORKS initiative, a program that will provide training in a variety of skills, including clay product design and production, woodworking, bike repair, jewelry-making and many more options for those needing to enter or re-enter the work world and take that a major step toward success.Before he joined WFL, JD was operations director for a famed jewelry designer, Paula Crevoshay, managing all aspects of the sourcing and manufacturing of her creative designs. As a registered gemologist with a particular talent for finding solutions to problems that plague in any manufacturing environment, JD is using all of his experience and talent to build Wings WORKS into a force for change, offering those with minimal skills and/or limited resources, the opportunity to learn, build, grow and become either successful entrepreneurs or great employees at established firms. HealthCare UnTold encourages our listeners to support WingsWorks.org , they have some beautiful clay pieces of the Southwest at very reasonable prices, and we can support our community members with jobs and skills. #WingWORKS.org#recovery#JDMedina#SecondChance.org#[email protected]

Our guest today is Jennifer Krippner who is Chief Experience Officer (CXO), at the Institute for Healthcare Excellence (IHE). Jennifer has over 20 years of healthcare leadership experience, and as the CXO she leads health organizations to create work cultures that embraces trust, respect, compassion, and teamwork. In her position, she partners with healthcare leaders, physicians, nurses, and caregivers to design and deliver customized programs and solutions that address their specific needs to improve their quality of services.At HealthCare UnTold, we like to explore and celebrate pioneering forms of leadership and service that improve the care for our vulnerable communities. Listen in to her inspiring story!

His phone rings and he's there for you...found yourself in a difficult political situation, he already knows it and has a plan for you. We don't get to see any Latino Superheroes on TV or the Movies, but if you go to East San Jose, Sacramento, Antioch, Watsonville, or Washington D.C. you just might get to see Rolando Bonilla in action!Rolando is Chief Strategy Officer for Voler Strategic Advisors, providing strategic communications, crisis management and public relations. Voler Strategic Advisors are community based and not afraid to take on the most challenging issues to help. Listen in to hear a bit about his work and why he's such a talented advocate for our communities.#rolandobonilla#volerstragicadvisors.com#[email protected]

Jesse is one of the Guest Speaker at this years TEDx San Diego on June 11th. https://www.tedxsandiego.com/attend/seeds-of-change-2023#speakers Listen to our interview of Jesse Leon, author of "I'm Not Broken," his one of kind memoir which yet represents so many lived experiences in our community. As a Gay Latino author, he shatters the taboos about our silent traumas, sexual abuse, addiction, and mental health. He tells his secrets out loud for all to hear and then to heal those who read and listen to his story.It's important for all of us to support debut Latino artists and authors like Jesse Leon. Listen to his own voice on his audible book; he has a powerful voice and story that you will not forget. HealthCare UnTold encourages our listeners to support Jesse Leon, buy his book in English which is available now, and his book in Spanish which will come out soon. Gracias, Jesse, for sharing your brave and beautiful story.#TedTalk#TEDx#Ted Talk#I'm Not Broken#Jesse Leon#Recovery#Empowerment#Gay Latino Health#Redemption#healthcareuntold

On March 29, 2023, Narcan the lifesaving medication for overdoses has been approved for the over-the-counter purchase by the FDA. Overdose deaths due to Fentanyl and other Opiates have become a national emergency with over a million people who have died from drug overdose deaths since 1999. Fentanyl is being mixed in with Cocaine, Methamphetamine, Heroin with the user not realizing that Fentanyl makes their drug over 50 times stronger, which is a major contributor to overdose deaths. Having access to Narcan for anyone who is using any kind of opiates is essential to ensure their safety. Treatment for opiate addiction is available --visit your primary care physician, No Shame and treatment works.#narcansaveslives#treatmentworks#narcanoverthecounter

Aisha Canfield has worked in systems reform for the last decade. She began her career working as a case assistant in death row appeals for indigent prisoners in the state of California, served as a board member for the local chapter of a national organization to increase civic engagement amongst women, and later worked as a paralegal for a private civil rights litigation firm. Since receiving a master’s degree in public policy from Mills College, she has largely focused on juvenile justice reform - partnering with communities and probation departments to prevent system-involvement for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and gender nonconforming (LGB/GNCT) youth of color while improving outcomes for those already system involved. She has conducted national and statewide research on this topic and has published in numerous academic articles. She has trained and provided technical assistance to dozens of juvenile justice systems nationwide to implement SOGIE data collection systems and change culture for youth in secure facilities. Aisha has also served as an evaluator for community-based organizations that provide an alternative to incarceration for youth throughout the United States. Most recently Aisha has been hired to lead the implementation of federal standards that will architect the safety of 18,000 incarcerated adults and 1,000 detained youth in all of Los Angeles County detention facilities.

Chanel Weise-Carl is the first Executive Director of the Somos Unidos Foundation at United New Mexico. United New Mexico is the National League Soccer Team for the State of New Mexico. When Chanel took lead of the new foundation for New Mexico's first-ever soccer team in 2020, it was right at the beginning of the Covid-19 Pandemic. Chanel quickly led multiple initiatives utilizing the influence of the United New Mexico soccer team to help and protect New Mexicans during the Pandemic. Chanel shares with us about the most recent initiative from Somos Unidos Foundation focused on activities like health fairs for fans and the greater community to come together to create a healthy New Mexico. We at HealthCare Untold salute Chanel Weise-Carl for her commitment, creativity and pioneering leadership. Donate to the Somos Unidos Foundation: somosunidosfoundation.org. UNITED NEW MEXICO-SOMOS UNIDOS

Hosts Gerardo and Barbara discuss a recent expansion of Medi-Cal enrollment for those leaving prison and the importance of ensuring health and reentry services. Ninety-five percent of those in prisons today eventually will be released so it's important to assist these individuals with job training and health care linkages for a better transition back into our communities. Reentry programs and particularly community health workers have been incredibly effective in helping those transitioning from prison back into our communities.According to the article by CalMatters this Medi-Cal expansion will provide incarcerated people with a variety of health issues, including chronic conditions, mental illness, substance use disorders, disabilities, or who are pregnant will be eligible to receive assessment and treatment up to 90 days before release. These health care services will help facilitate a smooth reentry process and reduce costly emergency room visits and hospital stays.HealthCare UnTold applauds California efforts to support our brothers and sisters health and welfare as they transition back to their families and communities. Medi-Cal eligibility will expand to include inmates - CalMatters

Sylvia Bufanda Courtney, a Latina of Mexican and Native American ancestry, was born in Tucson, Arizona, but considers San Francisco her home. It is where she chose to live after leaving Tucson in 1964 in hopes of being able to work for higher wages than were available to her in Tucson and thereby allow her to afford to go to college since there were many choices in San Francisco as compared to only the University of Arizona in Tucson at that time. She was raised by a single mother and the costs to attend the U of A were out of reach, even for a working student. She met and married Vince Courtney soon after arriving in San Francisco and they had two children first, they both finished college at San Francisco State and went on to law school while raising the children and working multiple jobs. Simultaneously, both Sylvia and Vince became activists beginning in the 60's, organizing against the Vietnam War and for civil rights including farmworkers' union lettuce and grape boycotts and other labor union issues. Upon becoming a full time student, she was instrumental in establishing the SFSU Childcare Center and served as the first Chair of the Parents' Council. She was selected as a delegate from SFSU's Student Mobilization Committee Against the War to attend the Washington D C conference of the National Peace Action Coalition which planned and implemented the largest antiwar demonstrations in the U S in the early 1970's. Before graduating in 1974, summa cum laude, Sylvia taught courses in La Raza and Women's Studies and was awarded a fellowship by Carnegie Endowment for Peace to study and conduct community outreach in San Francisco on issues of racism and its impact on local communities and on international relations. After graduating from law school, Sylvia worked for the federal antipoverty program, U S Community Services Administration, as Region IX Human Rights Chief. She was hired as a deputy public defender in San Francisco in 1982, and in 1984, entered private practice, specializing in labor and employment law, specifically cases involving wrongful termination, unlawful job discrimination and retaliation. In 1988, she became a partner in the law firm of Davis, Reno & Courtney in San Francisco, representing individuals and union clients including IFPTE Local 21, SEIU, SF Building & Construction Trades Council, Carpenters Local 22, SF Police Officers' Association, SF Firefighters Local 798, Hawaii Government Employees Association (HGEA) and others. She and her husband established Courtney Law Offices in 1998. Sylvia taught night classes at SF Community College on the subject of employment discrimination for 10 years, and served on the SF Juvenile Justice Commission, and on the boards of various community organizations such as Mission Community Legal Defense (MCLD).Sylvia and Vince Courtney are now residents of Las Vegas, still spending as much time as possible in the San Francisco Bay Area which will always be home and are proud of Nevada's position as a "blue" state which has made a great deal of progress toward increasing the access of people of color to good paying jobs with career progression in many important sectors, such as the unionized construction and h hospitality industries of Las Vegas. While she has spent many years in the effort to advance the causes of working people and particularly people of color, and laments the divisiveness threatening the nation's progress, Sylvia has hope for the future arising from two phenomena in particular: 1) We have had conflicts and divisions throughout our history and still continue to make progress, however difficult, and 2) Today's youth of the country are more tolerant of racial, ethnic and gender differences, more aware of the threats to their lives of climate change and the proliferation of guns, and more likely to be committed to change because their lives will depend on it. As a grandmother of two boys and a girl in their late twenties, who are proud of their Irish and Mexican heritage, Sylvia believes that it is just as important, and perhaps more important, to pass on knowledge, perspective and commitment to members of one's own family as to anyone else, inasmuch as the youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow.On behalf of HealthCare UnTold we thank and honor Sylvia for sharing her incredible career with us..Gracias Sylvia for your activism and commitment to justice for our communities.

Darnell Lamont Walker is an American writer, director, and producer who has directed and produced social impact documentaries including Seeking Asylum, Outside the House, and Set Yourself on Fire. He has also written for the children's television shows Karma's World, Face's Music Party, and Blue's Clues & You. Darnell was part of the Karma's World writing team that received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Writing for an Animated Program at the 1st Children's and Family Emmy Awards. One of Darnell's passions outside of writing is serving as a death doula. From a young age he provided comfort and support to many loved ones and friends and he believes that the gift of being a doula chose him. A large part of his mission in being a Black death doula is to ensure that those in his care do not walk blindly into grief and tragedy or into their final moments alone. His commitment and compassion for his community shines brightly and we at HealthCare Untold honor Darnell Lamont Walker for his beautiful work as a writer and as a Black death doula.

Matt has over 22 years of experience in affordable housing and community development. He has developed hundreds of affordable homes including rental and for sale in the Sacramento, San Francisco Bay and Monterey Bay Areas. In his consulting capacity he serves in several leadership roles including as the Director of Northern CA for PATH Ventures and as Senior Advisor for the Monterey Bay Economic Partnership. He has led nationally recognized housing programs including a HUD Certified Counseling Agency and Fannie Mae 1st Mortgage Seller and Servicer as the former Executive Director of Neighborhood Housing Services Silicon Valley. Matt serves on the Boards of the Non-Profit Housing Association of Northern California Action Fund and the California Coalition for Rural Housing. He earned a B.S. in Community and Regional Development from the University of California at Davis where he also served as the President of the Associated Students during his senior year. Matt is based in Salinas where he enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and 3 young children. HealthCare UnTold honors Matt for his dedication to improving the lives and health of our communities by committing his career to building Affordable Housing and Community Development.#matthuertaconsulting#housingishealth#housingisaright

Richard Raya is the Chief Strategy Officer for the Mission Economic Development Agency in San Francisco. In this role, he helps to develop strategies to support the economic development of the Mission District, a historically Latino neighborhood in the heart of the city. Richard is helping to drive systems change across the city of San Francisco, moving from a Promise Neighborhood to a Promise City. Richard has a deep understanding of the challenges that face low-income communities and works to develop sustainable economic solutions that benefit all members of the community. He has over 20 years of experience in community and economic development. HealthCare UnTold honors Richard Raya for being one of our Community Transformers!#Meda.org#promiseneighborhoods#promisecities

Nicole Lamoureux is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC). NAFC's 1,400 member organizations, Board of Directors, and partners advance the mission of ensuring that the medically underserved have access to affordable, quality health care. The Association provides legislative and health advocacy, quality care recommendations for clinic providers, and supplies and support for the clinics from corporate and individual donors.Participating clinics provide primary care to over 2 million people across the country, individuals who couldn't afford healthcare otherwise and who without these services would be seeking care in emergency rooms. These clinics are essential to our communities as they serve our most vulnerable communities. HealthCare UnTold honors Nicole Lamoureux's pioneering leadership and the vital healthcare service of the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics. #healthcare#nafc.org#freeclinics#charitableclinics

Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey is a Health Education and Maternal and Child Health specialist. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology where she graduated with honors at San Diego State University. She also received a Master of Public Health in Behavioral Science and Health Education from the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University in Atlanta, GA, and a Doctor of Public Health in Maternal and Child Health from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Additionally, Dr. Holsey is a certified asthma educator (AE-C). She has a passion for influencing children and families, especially the underserved and indigent. She has worked with young children for much of her professional career in health education and promotion, and public health services. At present, she is a consultant for both the African American Wellness Project and the National Medical Association. In these roles she serves as a health disparities programs developer, where she writes grants, develops, and oversees the implementation of programs that focus on chronic disease prevention and health promotion in communities of color; she does this meaningful work under the umbrella of the public health company she founded, HALO for Families, LLC.She is also an adjunct professor for Nova Southeastern University, Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences, where she teaches an array of health care course, e.g., Community Capacity Building, Current Issues in Health Care, Topics in Maternal and Child Health, Health Care Delivery Systems, and Ethics of Health Care.Dr. Holsey refers to herself as a “virtual work from home mommy”, as currently she and her family resides in Sasebo, Japan. Her husband is active-duty military with sea orders on mainland Japan.Dr. Holsey is the wife of enlisted sailor, Eric Demond, and the mother of two beautiful daughters—Savannah Nicole, age 14, and Erin Morgan, age nine. Tweety, a spunky two – year old Jack Russell Terrier mix was adopted into the family in 2020.

Today's episode explores the important roles of community-based organizations during disasters. Three local nonprofit CEOs in Watsonville, CA--Erica Padilla Chavez, Maria Elena de la Garza, and Jasmine Najera--share with us the important responses that their organizations have provided to their City and Counties without having official roles in government disaster structures. Local Organizations are trusted by members of the most vulnerable communities because they are the daily providers of comprehensive services like food, mental health, housing, and financial assistance. These types of organizations will knock on doors, fill sandbags, and provide whatever is needed during and after local emergencies.Incorporating local organizations in the official emergency response structures of Government Disaster Mangement is an essential and proven best practice; doing so ensures that communities can receive the help they need and that local providers are cared for and reimbursed for their services. Please listen in as community leaders Erica, Maria Elena, and Jasmine share their expertise and inspiring stories.

Albino Garcia Jr. is the Founder of La Plazita Institute, a grass-roots community organization in Albuquerque, NM that engages young people and their families in a comprehensive, holistic approach to youth and community development. A major focus of La Plazita is to help prevent recidivism amongst formerly incarcerated youth and adults. Garcia was born in Illinois and grew up near Chicago. As a young man, he struggled to relate to the cultural values and approaches of public school and other institutions, but today he draws on a wealth of street knowledge and experience to effectively work with youth. In 1979, at the age of 17, he served in the United States Military as an alternative to incarceration. He served seven years, including in Korea, and received recognition for his service. In 1994, Garcia founded the New School of Watsonville, CA designed to give youth a second chance for education in an alternative setting more conductive to their needs. He has served as an educator, trainer, and community liaison for the Community Engagement Center at the University of New Mexico, and as a Deputy Director of Training at Youth Development Inc. in New Mexico. He also has several years of experience as the lead program coordinator at Barrios Unidos in Santa Cruz, CA, where he initiated school-based, community-based, and institution programming. In 1995, he was one of 50 people chosen for the prestigious Kellogg Fellowship which awarded him $130,000 over three years to make a difference in addressing major social issues in the United States and beyond. As a Fellow, Garcia had the opportunity to travel extensively, meeting with noted thinkers and leaders including President Jimmy Carter, the Rigoberta Menchu Foundation in Guatemala City, Samuel Ruiz, the Dalai Lama, Parker Palmer, and others. He visited and participated in forums around civic engagement, leadership, and global issues in Brazil, Turkey, Greece, Peru, Guatemala, Belize, South Africa, Mexico, and cities across the United States. Apache and Chichimeca in origin, Garcia is recognized as an outstanding leader and spiritual activist in Albuquerque, NM and was recently honored by the Rosebud Tribe. He speaks English and Spanish fluently and has conversational knowledge of Korean. He has been married for twenty-two years to his wife Frances, is the father of three children, Ursula, Albino Jr., and Sylvia, and has two grandchildren, Mariah and Adriana. HealthCare UnTold recognizes Albino Garcia Jr. for all of his many inspiring contributions focused on creating peace and solidarity.

Yarida Estrada is a community leader and organizer who has committed her life to social justice. She volunteers with numerous New Mexico and national organizations from getting out the vote by knocking on doors to working on state and national legislation.Yarida is part of the leadership team at La Plazita Institute in New Mexico whose mission is to provide a comprehensive, holistic and cultural approach designed around the philosophy of “La Cultura Cura” to engage with youth, elders and communities around various social issues. This philosophy encourages individuals to draw from their own roots and histories to express core traditional values in Latino culture of respect, honor, love, and family. One of the important goals of the organization is to help prevent recidivism amongst formerly incarcerated youth and adults. On behalf of HealthCare UnTold we honor Yarida Estrada and her tremendous service to her communities. She serves as a model for other young leaders and our future is much brighter because of her passion and commitment.#Yaridaestrada#SWOP#Laplazitainstitute#albuquerque#laculturacura

Catie Harris (PhD, MBA, RN) is in the business of helping other nurses start their own businesses. Her company Nursepreneurs is committed to helping nurses start 1,000 businesses a year for the next 10 years. After many years of working in multiple nursing roles, Catie came to the realization that she had reached her career ceiling and that those nurses around her would be faced with the same dilemma. Nursepreneurs mentors and empowers nurses to create and scale meaningful businesses using the nursing knowledge and training they already have. HealthCare UnTold applauds Catie Harris and Nursepreneurs for their creative approaches to improving business models for our health care systems utilizing the incredible training, expertise, and commitment of nurses.

Due to the impact of gentrification, Latinos have been faced with moving away from their established neighborhoods losing generational ties, businesses, and strong neighborhood cohesion. This forced exodus impacts Latinos' financial security and disrupts the stability and ready access to education and health services which are the elements of thriving communities .Luis Granados, CEO of the Mission Economic Development Agency in San Francisco and Board Chair of UnidosUS, the largest civil rights organization for Latinos in the US, has been working diligently for over 20 years in response to gentrification in the San Francisco Mission District. He believes that the agency is helping to curb the tide of gentrification by becoming both a Community Development Financial Institution as well as a Housing Developer, and has grown his agency from serving hundreds to housing thousands by responding to the changing needs of the local community. Listen in to Luis's perspectives on what it will take for us to continue to protect our vibrant and historically deeply-rooted Latino communities.

We should imagine the world differently for the future in the post-pandemic era:A world where justice prevails and our brothers and sisters in the criminal justice systems are treated fairly and mass incarceration is a practice of the past. Those released from our jails and prisons have support when they come back into the communities, support that helps them succeed.Nance Alejandrez and Luis J. Rodriguez are justice activists and they share their thoughts and wisdom about a better world in the future.

(RECAST)Marcos Mendoza is appreciated throughout the Rock and Roll music world as a renowned bass player for bands like Thin Lizzy, Whitesnake, Ted Nugent, The Dead Daisies, and Journey. Marcos has also released several albums including his new album "New Directions" released in September 2022.His gratitude, positivity, and sobriety for over 30 years have contributed to him becoming one of the best bass players in the world. Listen to his inspirational journey being born into a multi-generational family of musicians in Tijuana, Mexico to playing the great Rock and Roll concert venues in the U.S., Europe, and beyond. #Marcomendoza#Newdirections#Quevivalarock#Journey#DeadDaises#rockandroll

HealthCare Untold Hosts Gerardo and Barbara discuss a recent Executive Summary on the 2022 Latino Gross Domestic Product by Matthew Fienup from the Center for Economic Research, California Center for Economic Research, California Lutheran University. This report highlights the power of the Latino dollar and the total economic output (or GDP) of Latinos in the United States. The Latino GDP was $2.8 trillion in 2020, up from $2.1 trillion in 2015, and $1.7 trillion in 2010. According to this report, the Latino GDP would be the fifth largest GDP in the world, larger even than the GDPs of the United Kingdom, India or France. The fact that members of the Latino community are younger and have not hit their top earnings means that our GDP will continue to grow and further support the US economy. Gerardo and Barbara emphasize the importance of investing in the Latino community's health and education to ensure that the US economy remains vibrant and booming!